MINNEAPOLIS — This Father’s Day, a Minnesota woman is giving hope to dads experiencing homelessness in the Twin Cities.
Tynika Smith, or Ms. T as she’s affectionately known in the community, put on a barbecue at Peavy Field Park in Minneapolis for those without a place to go.
She also gave out clothing and hygiene products.
Smith provides other holiday meals throughout the year but says Sunday was extra special.
“But on a Father’s Day, they’re well, they’re excited. They’re like, ‘We don’t get thought about.’ And having them come to the park and eat sealed it,” Smith said.
Smith also thanked the Bloomington and Richfield communities for helping with donations.
This Father’s Day holds extra significance for Wiz Khalifa. According to BCK Online, the ‘Black and Yellow’ rapper is expecting a child with his girlfriend, Aimee Aguilar.
Wiz Khalifa and his girlfriend Aimee Aguilar confirmed the news on Instagram. The ‘Young Wild & Free’ emcee uploaded a photo with Aimee, who is holding a Clearblue test. While, Aimee announced the news by sharing a collection of photos from her maternity shoot. The couple revealed that they are expecting a baby girl together.
Amber Rose Comments On Khalifa’s Announcement
Khalifa’s fans already know that he has experience as a father, sharing an 11-year-old son, named Sebastian Taylor, from his previous marriage to Amber Rose.
After the couple made their announcement, Amber Rose expressed her excitement saying, “Can’t wait to meet her.”
According to HipHopDX, Amber Rose and Wiz Khalifa began dating in 2011 and married in 2013. However, their marriage only lasted a year with Amber filing for divorce in 2014, citing irreconcilable differences.
Social Media Reacts To Wiz
The Roomies quickly reacted to Wiz and Aimee’s news in The Shade Room comment section. Several social media users expressed their happiness for Wiz, but also observed that pregnancy appears to be a prevailing trend this year.
Instagram user @iknowwhereiwanttoeat wrote, “He’s actually a pretty awesome dad to his son! Happy for him.”
While Instagram user @___leila___ wrote, “I like this for him, he’s not one of those rappers that be having kids every other month.”
Then Instagram user @royally_cles wrote, “Wiz is so unproblematic. Congratulations on your new addition and Happy Father’s Day.”
Instagram user @honestlytish wrote, “He deserves a girl he has the gentlest soul.”
Instagram user @omalichawa__ wrote, “I wish him best of luck in parenting.”
Another Instagram user @suka.yina wrote, “Pregnancy in the air this year for sure.”
Lastly, Instagram user @zevarra_ceo wrote, “Great day to announce it.”
Wiz & Amber Rose Come Together As Co-Parents
Last week, Wiz Khalifa made headlines as he and Amber Rose celebrated Sebastian’s elementary school graduation.
According to PEOPLE, Amber shared two photos from the special day on her Instagram Stories. One photo sees the former couple kissing Sebastian on the cheek, while the other shows his posing alongside a few classmates.
“Our baby is growing up @wizkhalifa,” Amber wrote on the photo.
The year’s first significant heat wave is expected to roast a large portion of the central and southern United States on Father’s Day Sunday with potentially record-breaking high temperatures, four days away from summer’s official start.Related video above: Several hot days ahead in IowaThe National Weather Service warned people in the South and Midwest planning to celebrate dads outdoors on Sunday to stay cool amid a major heat risk, with high temperatures into the 90s in some areas.The intense heat wave won’t stop there. An expansive and exceptionally strong heat dome will build Sunday over the East and stretch into the Midwest and Great Lakes over the next few days, with the heat expected to persist through the week.Heat domes trap air in place and bake it with abundant sunshine for days on end, making each day hotter than the last.The final Sunday of spring will be a scorcher in the Plains and Midwest, where temperatures will reach the mid- to upper 90s, according to the Weather Prediction Center.People living across the Great Lakes region can expect temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s.Iowa and Missouri will be slammed with the worst of Sunday’s sweltering conditions, with large portions of both states facing a Level 3 – or major – risk of heat-related impacts.The National Weather Service office in St. Louis encouraged residents to take extra precautions Sunday for its hottest day of the year. “It will feel like 100-105 during the afternoon hours. We aren’t used to this kind of heat yet,” forecasters wrote on X, formerly Twitter.Sunday’s unrelenting heat will be felt across states including Kansas, Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi, according to the weather service.Some smaller pockets of Level 4 – or extreme – heat will be felt in a few locations, such as Atlanta, where Sunday afternoon temperatures could reach 102 degrees by the afternoon.Millions will face heat-related health risks as conditions reach extreme levels into this week, according to a scale from the National Weather Service and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Heat is the deadliest form of weather in the U.S., killing more than twice as many people each year on average as hurricanes and tornadoes combined.Persistent heat could break records this weekThe extreme temperatures and uncomfortable heat will seep into the larger cities of the Midwest and Northeast by the start of the workweek. On Monday, Chicago temperatures could hit 99 degrees with the heat index at 105 degrees, according to forecasters at Chicago’s weather service office.The high temperatures for the Upper Ohio Valley and Great Lakes regions will soar into the mid- and upper 90s on Monday, with the possibility of tying or breaking numerous records, according to the Weather Prediction Center.The potential for record-shattering heat will last across the Ohio Valley and the Northeast through Friday, with some areas hitting heat indices of 105 degrees, the Weather Prediction Center said.A Level 3 heat risk is expected to affect large portions of states including Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio on Monday, according to the weather service. Meanwhile, much of the southern half of Iowa faces an extreme heat risk on Monday.Weather service forecasters in Des Moines, Iowa, warned of high heat and humidity through Tuesday as temperatures push into the 90s and heat index values hit near-triple digits.”Morning lows will be just as impressive, as temperatures remain in the mid- to even upper-70s,” the Weather Prediction Center said.”The combination of heat, humidity and little overnight relief will bring potentially widespread, significant heat-related impacts to anyone without adequate hydration or reliable cooling,” according to the center.In Detroit, where daytime temperatures are expected to hit the high 90s, the city’s urban core won’t see much relief after dark, where weather service forecasters say overnight lows will only dip to the 70s this week.The sweltering conditions will continue to shift into the eastern and northeastern US by Tuesday.CNN’s Elisa Raffa contributed to this report.
The year’s first significant heat wave is expected to roast a large portion of the central and southern United States on Father’s Day Sunday with potentially record-breaking high temperatures, four days away from summer’s official start.
Related video above: Several hot days ahead in Iowa
The National Weather Service warned people in the South and Midwest planning to celebrate dads outdoors on Sunday to stay cool amid a major heat risk, with high temperatures into the 90s in some areas.
The intense heat wave won’t stop there. An expansive and exceptionally strong heat dome will build Sunday over the East and stretch into the Midwest and Great Lakes over the next few days, with the heat expected to persist through the week.
Heat domes trap air in place and bake it with abundant sunshine for days on end, making each day hotter than the last.
The final Sunday of spring will be a scorcher in the Plains and Midwest, where temperatures will reach the mid- to upper 90s, according to the Weather Prediction Center.
People living across the Great Lakes region can expect temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s.
Iowa and Missouri will be slammed with the worst of Sunday’s sweltering conditions, with large portions of both states facing a Level 3 – or major – risk of heat-related impacts.
“It will feel like 100-105 during the afternoon hours. We aren’t used to this kind of heat yet,” forecasters wrote on X, formerly Twitter.
Sunday’s unrelenting heat will be felt across states including Kansas, Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi, according to the weather service.
Some smaller pockets of Level 4 – or extreme – heat will be felt in a few locations, such as Atlanta, where Sunday afternoon temperatures could reach 102 degrees by the afternoon.
Millions will face heat-related health risks as conditions reach extreme levels into this week, according to a scale from the National Weather Service and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Heat is the deadliest form of weather in the U.S., killing more than twice as many people each year on average as hurricanes and tornadoes combined.
Persistent heat could break records this week
The extreme temperatures and uncomfortable heat will seep into the larger cities of the Midwest and Northeast by the start of the workweek. On Monday, Chicago temperatures could hit 99 degrees with the heat index at 105 degrees, according to forecasters at Chicago’s weather service office.
The high temperatures for the Upper Ohio Valley and Great Lakes regions will soar into the mid- and upper 90s on Monday, with the possibility of tying or breaking numerous records, according to the Weather Prediction Center.
The potential for record-shattering heat will last across the Ohio Valley and the Northeast through Friday, with some areas hitting heat indices of 105 degrees, the Weather Prediction Center said.
A Level 3 heat risk is expected to affect large portions of states including Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio on Monday, according to the weather service. Meanwhile, much of the southern half of Iowa faces an extreme heat risk on Monday.
Weather service forecasters in Des Moines, Iowa, warned of high heat and humidity through Tuesday as temperatures push into the 90s and heat index values hit near-triple digits.
“Morning lows will be just as impressive, as temperatures remain in the mid- to even upper-70s,” the Weather Prediction Center said.
“The combination of heat, humidity and little overnight relief will bring potentially widespread, significant heat-related impacts to anyone without adequate hydration or reliable cooling,” according to the center.
In Detroit, where daytime temperatures are expected to hit the high 90s, the city’s urban core won’t see much relief after dark, where weather service forecasters say overnight lows will only dip to the 70s this week.
The sweltering conditions will continue to shift into the eastern and northeastern US by Tuesday.
William, 41, admired a beachfront view, wrapping his arms around sons Prince George, 10, and Prince Louis, 5, and daughter Princess Charlotte, 9, in the photo posted via social media on Sunday, June 16. The family members all wore casual shorts and blue shirts with William also sporting a baseball cap.
Kate, 42, who is a self-proclaimed “amateur” photographer, took the portrait earlier this year. The upload’s caption, in a major royal first, was written by George, Charlotte and Louis.
“We love you, Papa. Happy Father’s Day💕G, C & L,” they wrote, signing off the note with their respective first initials.
Prince William and Princess Kate Middleton are the proud parents of three children and have shared many sweet moments with the little ones over the years. The couple wed in April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London, five months after their engagement. William and Kate went on to welcome three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte […]
The Prince of Wales also honored his own father, King Charles III, on Sunday. William uploaded a throwback photo where Charles, now 75, kicked a soccer ball to a toddler William.
“Happy Father’s Day, Pa,” William captioned the snap, using the nickname that both he and brother Prince Harry use for the king. (William and Harry, 39, are the sons of Charles and the late Princess Diana.)
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One day before the holiday, William and Kate made a special appearance with their three kids at Trooping the Colour. Kate, George, Charlotte and Louis arrived at Buckingham Palace for the military flypast via gilded carriage, while William rode in the annual parade on horseback.
The family of five reunited on the palace balcony alongside Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla. The outing marked Kate’s first public engagement since undergoing cancer treatment.
MEGA While Princess Kate Middleton may have a full schedule between her royal duties and being a mom, she’s found time to dabble in her passion for photography. And until March 2024, the hobby was often met with praise. To celebrate their kids’ birthdays every year, Kate and her husband, Prince William, share a new […]
The Princess of Wales confirmed in March that she had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer two months earlier and was advised to undergo a preventive course of chemotherapy. She canceled all public engagements to focus on her recovery.
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“I am making good progress, but as anyone going through chemotherapy will know, there are good days and bad days,” Kate later wrote in a Friday, June 14, statement. “On those bad days, you feel weak, tired and you have to give in to your body resting. But on the good days, when you feel stronger, you want to make the most of feeling well.”
She continued, “I am learning how to be patient, especially with uncertainty. Taking each day as it comes, listening to my body, and allowing myself to take this much-needed time to heal.”
Kate also hopes to “join a few public engagements” later this summer as she feels well enough, but specific scheduling details have not been confirmed.
Your dad probably isn’t going to complain about any gift you give him. For better or worse, most modern dads don’t get hung up on presents. You know the meme of the older, bearded gentleman with a goofy smile opening a shirt just like the one he has on? There’s a lot of truth to that meme. However, I am not only a dad and a gear reviewer but also someone with a specific philosophy about what makes a good gift for middle-aged men like me.
You’ll notice some threads running through this manifesto guide: The best gifts for a dad are things that not only are relevant to his interests but also can be fairly described as “overkill.” Dads tend to like things that are overbuilt but useful. I’m sure some dads want to be “pampered,” but this is not me or the dads I know, who all physically cringed reading this sentence.
If you take away one idea, I hope it’s that when it comes to a gift for a dad, you can rarely go wrong by giving an expensive but excellent version of a thing we use anyway. We especially like things that win the admiration of our peers—nothing makes a dad happier than having another dad-aged dude take note of his stupidly expensive tire pressure gauge and then saying, “Oh, yeah, my kid got me that—they’re a little pricey but I gotta say, always works great.”
Updated June 2024: We’ve added one last batch of last-minute Father’s Day gift ideas including a ball cap, a shirt, pants, and a nice, rusty firepit.
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This Saturday, the Chuck Brown Band headlines a special concert at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, from 12 to 5 p.m. on lineup that includes Trouble Funk, the Luther Relives Tribute and the Brencore All Stars, along with an array of art exhibits, food trucks and activities.
WTOP’s Jason Fraley previews Chuck Brown Band at Watkins Regional Park (Part 1)
It’s time to “bust loose” and ring in both Father’s Day and Juneteenth with some go-go music!
Wiley Brown performs with the Chuck Brown Band. (VSDavis)
Wiley Brown performs with the Chuck Brown Band. (VSDavis)
This Saturday, the Chuck Brown Band headlines a special concert at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on a lineup that includes Trouble Funk, the Luther Relives Tribute and the Brencore All Stars, along with an array of art exhibits, food trucks and activities.
WTOP caught up with Wiley Brown, who took over as lead singer for his late father, “The Godfather of Go-Go.”
“We’re definitely looking forward to having a good old time outside in the sun and getting our party on for sure,” Brown told WTOP. “This will be my first time performing at Watkins Park with the band. I know my father probably did it years ago plenty of times, but this will be my first time. … We’re definitely looking forward to bringing the people some good summertime vibes. … There’s no better way than with the Chuck Brown Band!”
Born in North Carolina in 1936, Chuck Brown moved to D.C. at age six. By age 15, he was living in the streets before spending time in prison for a deadly beating incident that he always claimed to be self-defense. After paying his debt to society, Brown would go on to pioneer go-go music to create the city’s signature sound.
“He was always singing with my grandmother in the church since he was 7,” Brown said. “The pivotal moment for him was when he was 24, during the time he was incarcerated, he learned how to play the guitar. Once he got out, there was no looking back. He began performing in people’s backyards, then he was able to perform in clubs. … After being with the Earls of Rhythm and Los Latinos, he had the insight and the drive to create his own band.”
That band was, of course, The Soul Searchers, whose first album “We the People” (1972) had a hit title track. They followed up with the successful second album “Salt of the Earth” (1974) with hits like “Blow Your Whistle” and “Ashley’s Roachclip,” which has been sampled by Eric B. & Rakim, Slick Rick, Run-DMC, Milli Vanilli and EMF.
Still, it was their third album “Bustin’ Loose” (1979) that became iconic with its catchy title track that topped the R&B charts for over a dozen weeks and has since been sampled by the likes of Nelly in “Hot in Herre.”
“When he put it out, he knew that he had something, but he didn’t know that it would take off the way it did; it took off all over the world,” Brown said. “To this day, we have people in Japan still contacting my manager and family letting us know how much they love the music. When ‘Bustin’ Loose’ hit, that really set the tone for go-go music and plenty of bands ended up popping up all over the city following my father’s foundation that he laid.”
In 1984, they dropped another hit “We Need Some Money,” sampled by Kid ‘n Play and Wreckx-n-Effect.
“He wrote it in less than 10 minutes because he needed some money; it’s the fastest song he ever wrote,” Brown said. “A lot of music artists have these moments when you’re feeling something, you’ve gotta hurry up and get it out because there’s nothing like capturing something in the moment. … There’s a chant when we perform it where he said, ‘Masterclass, Visa, American Express, I ain’t got nothin’ against no credit cards, but the cash is the best.’”
Shortly after, Wiley was born in 1989, admitting it was unique growing up watching strangers praise his dad.
“It took me until about 6 years old to understand what type of impact my father had,” Brown said. “We’d get stopped at a red light, people yelling out the car: ‘Hey, Chuck!’ … He’d get out of the car and the next thing you know, there’s a whole mob of people, honking horns. … He remembered a point in time that the only people wanting to take a picture of him were the police and he said, ‘Now the police want to take a picture with me!’”
While he began rapping at his father’s concerts at a young age, Wiley’s dream was to become a professional football player, proving to be a standout at Thomas Stone High School in Waldorf, Maryland, before playing at Duquesne and Virginia Tech.
While Wiley was balling out on the gridiron, his father was delivering late-in-life hits like “Block Party” (featuring DJ Kool) in 2007 and “LOVE” (featuring Jill Scott and Marcus Miller) in 2010.
After Chuck Brown sadly died in 2012, Wiley joined the Chuck Brown Band full-time in 2016.
“Being in the band started with Chuck Brown Mondays when I might come in and do a song or two, but then my dad came to me one day in a dream saying, ‘What you gonna do, son? If you gonna do something, don’t play around with it, go full force,’” Brown said. “It’s funny for some (bandmates) who have seen me grow up over the years like, ‘Man, I remember when you were a little shorty, a little guy coming to band rehearsals and look at you now!’”
Today, his father’s name still graces signs reading “Chuck Brown Way” along 7th Street between T Street and Florida Avenue in Northwest D.C. If you live in that general area, head just over the D.C.-Maryland border to Prince George’s County to enjoy this weekend’s concert at Watkins Regional Park.
Just as his father’s fans chanted, “Wind me up, Chuck,” today’s fans have a similar request:
Wind us up, Wiley!
WTOP’s Jason Fraley previews Chuck Brown Band at Watkins Regional Park (Part 2)
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While most of us would like to stay on top of the calendar, the truth is that it can be difficult to remember important dates—like Father’s Day, for example. Sometimes life gets in the way and we forget to plan ahead. It’s understandable, which is why we rounded up some easy online Father’s Day gifts you can send to your dad last minute. Whether you’re just a self-admitted procrastinator or live thousands of miles away from your dad, these gift ideas make it easy to show you care—even if you might have forgotten to snag a gift early.
Father’s Day Gifts You Can Send Online, at a Glance
Whether your dad is always wanting to learn something new, has an affinity for delicious treats or always talks about his love of coffee, you’re sure to find the perfect online gift this year. Some of the gifts below are totally online—and can be sent the day of if necessary. Others, you can go ahead and order to have shipped directly to your dad’s door. Whatever you choose, your dad will no doubt deem you the child of the year (you’re welcome).
It’s no secret that dads can be notoriously difficult to shop for, but these online gifts make it easy. Sometimes fathers don’t know what they want until you place it in their hands—or into their email. But with the help of these easy online Father’s Day gifts, you’ll be giving your dad something he might have never known he wanted—whether that’s a custom photo book, a streaming subscription or a video from his fave celeb. Your dad never has to know you waited until the last minute to pick out his Father’s Day gift. And we certainly won’t tell.
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MasterClass Subscription
MasterClass.
Whether your dad has always wanted to take cooking classes, learn how to sing or even get tips on gardening, he can do it all with MasterClass. Starting at $10 a month, users get access to all of the amazing online classes taught by experts and celebrities, so your dad can broaden his mind one virtual class at a time.
Walmart+ Subscription
If you know Dad is does a lot of online shopping and isn’t married to using Amazon Prime, we highly recommend checking out Walmart+. We did the value analysis, and you do really get the most bang for your buck, and that includes fuel discounts, free grocery delivery, free flat tire repair, free Paramount+, and more. And it’s less money than a Prime membership, so Dad will get to brag about what a smart shopper he is. 😉
ESPN+ Subscription
Photo: ESPN+.
Perfect for the sports fanatic dad, an ESPN+ subscription will let him watch all of his favorite teams compete.
Cometeer Coffee Subscription
Photo: Cometeer.Photo: Cometeer.
If your dad can’t start his day without a cup of joe, get him a new way of consuming his caffeine. Cometeer doesn’t involve any beans, grinds, machines or gadgets. In fact, it actually only calls for one capsule that contains precision-brewed, flash-frozen coffee. Each Cometeer box houses eight pods of four different roasts, so 32 capsules total from roasters such as Counter Culture, George Howell, Equator and Klatch. Simply melt the contents of the pod and add water, milk, ice or whatever you fancy. Speaking from first-hand experience, the roasts are so delicious and smooth (and strong!), that Dad’s about to get seriously hooked. Pro tip: Save $20 on your first order!
Milk Bar Cake
Photo: Milk Bar.
Treat your dad to an especially sweet delivery from Milk Bar. They’re known in New York for having some of the tastiest desserts around, but they also deliver their baked goods to wherever you (or your dad) live. It might not be his birthday, but the Birthday Cake is a total crowd-pleaser.
VidDay Video
Courtesy of VidDay.
This genius service allows you to create quick and thoughtful videos to surprise Dad, without having to DIY. VidDay offers a vast selection of themed and customizable templates that you can send to him instantly.
Cameo Video
Courtesy of Cameo/Facebook.
Cameo allows you to create customized and personalized video shout-outs featuring your Dad’s favorite celebs. Have his favorite athlete or comedian wish him a Happy Father’s Day. We bet you he’ll be replaying the video all year long.
BREO BOX Subscription
BREO BOX.
If your dad seems to already have everything, try gifting him a BREO BOX subscription. This service finds the coolest gadgets and home goods, and puts them together in a curated box every three months. Past boxes have included drones, a digital luggage scale and even a USB candle lighter.
Amazon Prime Subcription
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If your dad is anything like mine, he’s constantly ordering gadgets and tech gear online. Make it easier for him to get what he needs faster with an Amazon Prime account. When his orders arrive at lightning speed, he’ll know who to thank—you.
Hulu Subscription
Courtesy of Hulu.
Dad probably already has Netflix and HBO Max subscriptions, but does he have Hulu? There are so many popular shows on the streaming platform. Some buzzy ones are Candy and The Dropout, though MasterChef and Survivor are classics. He can even watch sports games if you get him the Hulu + Live TV subscription.
Goldbelly E-Gift Card
Photo: Goldbelly.
Trust us, Dad will fall in love with Goldbelly as soon as you give him an e-gift card. It’s a hub for tons of world-renowned chefs and restaurants that he can savor within the comfort of his own home. From Wolfgang Puck to Nancy Silverton, the foodie dad will drool over Goldbelly’s extensive options. We’ve done some major damage on Goldbelly and can’t recommend it enough. It’s a special treat the whole family can enjoy together.
Omaha Steaks E-Gift Card
Photo: Omaha Steaks.
We have some personal experience with Omaha Steaks, and let’s just say it’s every meat lover’s dream. Dad will have an absolute blast getting to shop for different steaks, burgers, chickens, fish and more. In fact, he can even order vegetarian side dishes and indulgent desserts straight to his door. To get his Omaha Steaks obsession started, give him an online gift card.
Chatbooks Custom Photo Book
Chatbooks.
Give Dad the gift of precious memories with a service that allows you to create quick and thoughtful photo books from Chatbooks. You can choose between hardcover or softcover, then fill it with photos, stories and inside jokes that are sure to make your dad smile.
Costco Membership
If dad loves to buy in bulk, you can’t go wrong with renewing his Costco Gold Star Membership. This membership gets dad one year of savings (and sample tastings) for $60.
Baked By Melissa Cupcakes
Baked By Melissa
Looking for a last-minute gift for your sweets-loving dad? Give him a box of Baked By Melissa World’s Greatest Dad Cupcakes. This Father’s Day gift box idea comes with your choice of 25, 50, or 100 mini cupcakes in an assortment of flavors, including the brand’s beloved tie-dye, cookies and cream, and PB&J. The best part (aside from cupcakes, of course)? You can also add a Father’s Day card for a personal touch.
Harry & David Gift Basket
Harry & David
For the dad who loves a good snack, give them the gift of the Harry & David Father’s Day Summer Crate of Snacks. This Father’s Day gift basket comes with lots of delicious goodies, including several varieties of cookies, salamis, cheeses, and condiments for a charcuterie spread.
StoryWorth Memoir
StoryWorth.
Let your dad share his life story with everyone—even hundreds of years into the future. StoryWorth allows you to write your own memoir one week at a time with inspiring prompts, and then has them all printed into a hardcover book your dad can have and then pass along to future generations.
If getting “away from the things of man” is something that appeals to the dad in your life, then you’ve got a good starting point for Father’s Day gifts. The right gear can keep him safer and more comfortable out in the wilderness — and he’ll think of you each time he reaches for supplies. We’ve got recommendations for the gram-counting backpacker, the comfort-seeking car camper and all the dads in between. Get something on this list now, and dad will be better prepared next time he heads out there.
Jetboil
The Jetboil Flash is basically inescapable on the trail. Its lightweight, easily packable design and fast boil times make it attractive to backpackers. But the MiniMo is worth the extra money and weight. It’s only one ounce heavier, but the MiniMo’s wider, shorter cook cup is easier to handle. Plus it can actually simmer things, unlike the Flash. And let me tell you, dehydrated eggs are bad enough as is, even without burning them in what amounts to a coffee tumbler mounted on a jet engine. Trust me, this is one of the best upgrades you can make to your dad’s setup.
The Leatherman Free series has been a staple of Engadget buying guides ever since it debuted in 2019. There are plenty of options out there when it comes to multitools, and many of them are great. But, the Free series was a serious game-changer with its one-handed access to every tool. Plus everything, including the knife, locks into place so you’re less likely to pinch or cut yourself. It even requires less regular maintenance and cleaning than older Leatherman like the Juice series which, while great, tended to collect lint and dust in every nook and cranny at an alarming rate. Your dad might not need every tool while hiking the Appalachian, but he’ll appreciate having options other than a knife or a rock.
After food, water and shelter, the next most essential thing on the trail is light. This year we’re recommending the Biolite Headlamp 425. It’s similar to the Headlamp 330 we’ve recommended in the past. It’s ever so slightly bigger and heavier, at 10 millimeters thick and 79 grams, but it also lasts significantly longer. You get up to 60 hours of illumination on low and four hours on high. That’s up from just 40 hours on low and 3.5 hours on high with the Headlamp 330. The 425 is also quite a bit brighter – hitting 425 lumens as the name suggests.
The rear battery pack now has a red light on it, with both solid and strobe modes, so that your father’s hiking companions can easily spot him if it starts to get dark. And Biolite has finally ditched MicroUSB for USB-C. All the same basic features and modes are still here that you’d expect on any decent headlamp too, including spot, flood and strobe modes, plus eye-sight-saving red light.
More than even food or shelter, water is essential on the trail. But, dad can’t just go drinking from streams and ponds, nor can he carry enough with him for a multi-day trip. That’s where the Sawyer Squeeze filter comes in handy. There are tons of different ways to purify water, from old-school iodine tablets to boiling to pump filters. But a squeeze filter system is often the fastest and easiest to use. Sawyer’s are probably the best known for good reason — you can fill up the pouch and drink straight from the filter or use the to fill up a reservoir or water bottle. They’re not ideal for places where dad might be reduced to getting water out of shallow muddy springs or where viral pathogens are a concern. But they’re perfect for more developed and regularly trafficked trails.
Your dad will need a towel on the trail. Trust me. Maybe he’ll be lucky enough to find a shower. Or perhaps he’ll go for a dip in a lake. Or, maybe like me, he just sweats enough to drown a small animal. Regardless, an Ultralite PackTowl is an absolute must-have. They’re incredibly small and lightweight, yet seem to have unlimited absorption power. I’m pretty sure they’re actually a portal to another dimension where the water is stored. I have two that I take with me on every trip: one body-sized and the other a face towel that stays clipped to my shoulder strap for when I need to mop my brow.
I love my old-school enameled steel camp mug. It’s indestructible and has an undeniable classic look. But, it also conducts heat like nobody’s business. I’ve burned my hands and lips on enough white hot cups of instant coffee to know they’re just not that practical. Sea to Summit’s Frontier mug with cool grip promises to protect your little fingies from your boiling hot beverage. Plus, it collapses into a neat little puck for easy storage.
I skipped a sleeping pad on my first backpacking trip. I regretted it immediately. Therm-a-Rest pads are the industry standard. And the NeoAir XLite is pretty much smack in the middle of their backpacking lineup. It’s not the lightest or the warmest, but it’s probably the most versatile. The R-value (a measurement of insulating power) of 4.2 is good enough for three-season camping. And it packs down to about the size of a water bottle. This particular model has been around for a long time, and it will probably continue to be a staple of Therm-a-Rest’s lineup for years to come.
Full disclosure: I haven’t tested the Enduro 2. Nor has anyone else at Engadget. But, we’re big enough fans of Garmin’s sports watches to feel comfortable recommending it. But why pick this particular one? Simple: battery life. Garmin says it lasts up to 80 hours in GPS mode, which is frankly absurd. If your dad likes to quantify everything in his life, including multi-day hikes, this is a pretty great way to do it. It not only has a giant battery, but also a built-in solar charger. Plus VO2 max estimates for trail runners, heat and altitude acclimation tools for the parent that’s into mountain climbing or desert hiking, and even navigation features to keep him from getting lost. And, once he’s found his way back to civilization he can snag a coffee at Starbucks using Garmin Pay.
This should go without saying, but your dad needs a utensil to eat. Yes, even on the trail. And there’s nothing better than a good old fashioned spork to save space and weight. I’m a big fan of this titanium model from Snow Peak. The company makes a ton of great gear, but this simple and indestructible essential is probably my favorite. Plus, it comes in a handful of fun shades like blue, green and purple in case your dad is known for his colorful personality.
If your dad would prefer to burn his lips on real coffee, consider getting him an AeroPress for his adventures. This is, admittedly, a luxury when you’re backpacking. But, I’ve tried instant coffee, coffee “tea” bags, mesh coffee steeping contraptions, camping french presses and honestly, nothing makes better coffee with less cleanup than an AeroPress. You could go for the full-size model, but the Go version shaves off a few precious ounces, which could be crucial when trying to cut weight for a long trip. But, I actually bring the full-size version when I hit the trail and have had no problems.
Not every dad wants to strap three days worth of gear to his back and walk off into the woods. Some are perfectly content driving up to a campsite, pitching a tent and building a fire. For them the Lighthouse 600 is a great gift. It is, first and foremost, an LED lantern perfect for food prep, reading or even playing cards around camp. But, he can also use its 5200mAh battery to charge his phone or headlamp. And, if he does happen to sap all its juice it has a hand crank for recharging through manual labor, and an optional solar panel.
Obviously, part of the reason dad disappears into the wilderness is to escape from technology and enjoy nature. But I’m sure he wants to capture at least some of it for posterity. Dragging a DSLR or even a mirrorless camera into the woods is overkill, especially when he’s probably got a pretty good camera with him already: his cellphone. Joby’s unique GorillaPod tripods are perfect for the outdoors. And the affordable Action Kit is pretty flexible. It comes with a Bluetooth remote, it can hold most phones or even a GoPro camera, and it has a cold shoe adapter for a light or microphone.
Look, if he’s driving up to the campsite anyway, there’s no need to fight with alarmingly thin steel pans or tiny fuel canister stoves. The 14-inch cast iron Cook-it-All from Lodge is the perfect campfire companion. It can be a dutch oven, a griddle or a skillet. You can even bake a pizza inside it. ( I’ll admit, though, that I’ve never considered baking a pizza while camping.) Cast iron is heavy and bulky, but it’s also damn near indestructible and holds on to heat for a long time, which is good when you’re dealing with a finicky campfire. Plus, if seasoned properly and treated with care, cast iron is reasonably nonstick. So, dad might even be able to make some sunny-side-up eggs for breakfast.
Had you asked me ten years ago, I’d have said there’s no way I would drag a chair backpacking with me. But, as age (and fatherhood) have started to catch up with me, I’m ready to at least consider giving my poor broken body some respite while I’m on the trail. There are a few lightweight and packable options out there, but the Helinox Chair Zero is the most highly recommended, and it’s easy to see why. It’s durable, reasonably comfortable, not to mention ridiculously small and light.
At just one pound for the Zero and one pound, seven ounces for the Zero L, it’s one of the few chairs – and I mean actual chairs, not one of those foam mats you put on the ground – that someone would want to take on a multiday hike. They also pack down small enough that your dad might not mind sacrificing valuable pack space to them. The Chair Zero fits in a stuff sack just 13.8 x 3.9 x 3.9 inches, while the L is a little larger at 14 x 4.5 x 4 inches. The difference between the two is that the L is wider and taller and can support up to 320 pounds for big and tall types.
Paracord is one of the most useful things dad can bring on any camping trip, whether it’s from the comfort of a car or thru hiking the Appalachian. The medium-duty stuff is good enough for tying down tents, hanging food bags or replacing boot laces. It can even be split open and the inner threads used as a fishing line, but hopefully your father never finds themselves in a situation that desperate. This isn’t a flashy gift, but it might get more use than anything else on this list.
One of our favorite portable Bluetooth speakers makes an excellent camping companion. The StormBox Micro 2’s twelve-hour battery should be more than enough for casually unwinding around a fire after a day of hiking. And its IP67 rating means it should be able to take a solid beating without giving up the ghost. Add to that a strap that makes it easy to clip to a backpack or just hang from a nail in a lean-to and the ability to act as a battery bank in case you need to top up your phone in an emergency, and this is a versatile little speaker for dad to keep in their hiking bag. The sound isn’t going to blow anyone away, but it’s good enough, especially at just $60.
Last year we recommended Osprey’s Atmos AG 65 for anyone looking to be as comfortable as possible while backpacking. This year, we’re doing the same, just with some updated Osprey designs. The Atmos has been given a minor face lift, but the bigger deal is that it’s now made with 100-percent recycled materials. You still get an integrated rain cover, Anti-Gravity suspension and fit-on-the-fly adjustment system. It’s just now more eco friendly.
As part of the redesign, the capacity has been increased to better reflect the pack’s name. Before, if you bought the Atmos 65 in a small, you actually only got 62 liters of storage. Now the small is a full 65 liters. The one downside is that the new materials and carrying capacity have led to a slight increase in weight too, with the S/M Atmos AG 65 coming in at four pounds, 10 ounces.
The women’s equivalent of the Atmos is the Aura AG 65, which is slightly smaller and lighter, but has the same suspension system and similar lugging capacity. And if you’re on a tight budget this year, you can still find the older model available in some places at a steep discount.
Tents
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Obviously, one of the most important pieces of camping equipment is a tent. Not everyone’s dad wants to spend their nights in a lean-to. But their needs will dictate what kind of tent to buy. If your giftee is an avid backpacker who needs something ultra light to take on the trail, I heartily recommend Big Agnes’ Tiger Wall UL 2. It’s not their lightest offering, but it strikes a great balance between weight and convenience. It can sleep two, and has two vestibules for stowing gear, but as a single person tent it’s borderline luxurious. Even with the optional footprint, the pack weight weighs under three pounds, and the mtnGLO light system means no fussing with a lantern or headlamp to read and sort gear after dark.
If unabashed luxury is more your dad’s thing, consider REI’s Wonderland 6. At $550, this is no casual investment, but it should last quite some time. The walls are nearly vertical and it reaches a height of six and a half feet in the middle, meaning all but the tallest of humans should be able to stand upright inside. The 83-square feet of floor space is plenty of room for a family of six to sleep in, and it has large ventilation windows to keep the inside cool during the hottest months. The one caveat is that, if you happen to do most of your camping in rainy environments, you might want to shop around for something with fewer windows and better rainfly coverage.
Neither the Wonderland, nor the Tiger Wall are cheap. So if budget is an important factor, or if dad is just looking to dabble in the world of car camping, consider the Coleman Skydome 6. Coleman gear is nothing fancy. You can find it in practically any Walmart or Dick’s Sporting Goods across the country. But it’s so ubiquitous because of its rock solid reliability and reasonable prices. The Skydome 6 is nearly the same size as the Wonderland, but comes in at just $130 (or $199 if you opt for the Darkroom model). The ceiling is shorter, and the walls more angled, but if you’re only using the tent to sleep in, that shouldn’t be a major concern.
Welcome to Jet Set, a recurring feature in which we highlight our favorite accessories and travel must-haves that are perfect for any kind of trip. Travel is back and better than ever, and whether you’re already packing for your next adventure or you’re just beginning to contemplate venturing out again, we’re here to help with all your jet setting needs. Father’s Day is just around the corner, and if your dad loves all things travel, then a jet-set worthy gift is in order for his special day. If you’re at a loss for what to get the adventure-loving father figure in your life, don’t fret—we’ve got you covered with the perfect gifts for the ultimate hodophile.
Whether he’s an outdoorsman who loves all things camping and road trips or if he’s the kind of guy who prefers the finer aspects of luxury travel, there’s a great gift with his travel-adoring name on it.From a rolling duffle bag and fancy headphones to a plush watch roll and on-the-go coffee mug, these are the top travel gifts for dad this Father’s Day.
Fair warning: Father’s Day falls on Sunday 16th June in 2024 – and finding the best Father’s Day gifts for dads in a matter of weeks isn’t as easy as it sounds. A gift card or chocolate gift set from the local petrol station does not make him feel like the best dad, step dad, grandad, new dad or father figure. Scrap that, and put as much time and effort into finding Father’s Day presents as you would for your mum on Mother’s Day instead.
There’s – unfortunately – no universal dad gift that’s guaranteed to suit the entire range of fathers that exists. Instead, your best bet is so buy him something which is tailored to his interests. Garden gifts, gift experiences and chic homewares are safe bets.
Whether he’s a house proud host, a man with impeccable style, or a die-hard foodie, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect Father’s Day gift in this edit of new in Father’s Day gift ideas. The pièce de résistance? A classic Happy Father’s Day card with a heartfelt handwritten message.
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When you consider the men in your life, from significant others to dads, it’s likely that at least one item in their wardrobe has seen better days (even if they won’t admit it). Perhaps it’s a trusty hoodie showing one too many signs of wear or a set of socks begging for a refresh. No matter what section of his closet could use an update, Gap is a one-stop shop that just may be the nudge to toss out the old and try something new.
Whether he’s currently living in cozy sweatpants or suiting up for virtual meetings, our gift list has him covered. We compiled options for every occasion: birthdays, Father’s Day, or just because, with ideas at every price point. From everyday basic tees to timeless sweaters that promise years of wear, we’ve got casual choices and more polished picks to suit his style. Best yet, many of these items are up to 50 percent off right now. So, what are you waiting for? Keep scrolling to shop our favorite gifts for men from Gap.
Your dad probably isn’t going to complain about any gift you give him. For better or worse, most modern dads don’t get hung up on presents. You know the meme of the older bearded gentleman with a goofy smile opening a shirt just like the one he has on? There’s a lot of truth to that. In fact, WIRED has gone a few years without even having a guide to gifts for dad. No one complained; it’s possible no one even noticed.
However, I am not only a dad and a gear reviewer but someone who has a specific philosophy about what makes a good gift for middle-aged men like me. You’ll notice some threads running through this manifesto helpful guide: the best gifts for a dad are things that not only are relevant to his interests but which can be fairly described as “overkill.” Dads really tend to like things that are overbuilt but useful. I’m sure some dads like to be “pampered” but this is not me or the dads I know, who all physically cringed reading this sentence.
If you take away one idea I hope it’s that when it comes to a gift for a dad, you can rarely go wrong by giving an expensive but excellent version of a thing we use anyway. We especially like things that win the admiration of our peers—nothing that makes a dad happier than having another dad-aged dude take note of his stupidly expensive tire pressure gauge and then saying “Oh yeah my kid got me that—they’re a little pricey but I gotta say, always works great.”
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Bollywood seems to still not be over father’s day as loving and heartfelt wishes still keep pouring in. Hrithik Roshan recently shared a sweet post sharing unseen pics of his father with the caption, “Happy Fathers Day ! Your strength , resilience and discipline inspires me everyday Papa.”
Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, and Esha Deol sent their father Dharmendra wishes on Father’s Day. Sunny and Bobby shared the identical post on their Instagram accounts. The message said, “My world! #HappyFathersDay.”
The Deol boys can be seen sitting with their father in the first image. The photo was taken during actor Karan Deol and Sunny’s son’s Roka ceremony. In the other old photo from the roka ceremony, Sunny, Karan, Bobby, and Dharmendra were all seen. Esha, on the other hand, shared an old photo of herself and her father. She penned, “Thick as thieves, best secret keeper & the best teddy bear hugs. Love you papa. Happy father day. Wishing all a very happy fathers day.”
On Sunday, Karan and his longtime girlfriend Drisha Acharya got married. The bridegroom and his family arrived in Mumbai for the wedding celebrations with baaratis. On Sunday evening, the Deol family welcomed friends and members of the film business to a reception.
“Daddy Appreciation Post,” she Tweeted. “Happy Father’s Day Papa And Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing Papas out there!! We love you and appreciate you more than you will ever know.”
Lopez is mother to her 14-year-old twins Emme and Max with her ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck is father to his three children with ex Jennifer Garner, Violet Anne, 17, Seraphina Rose, 13, and Samuel, 10.
During a recent appearance on “Today”, the Grammy winner had nothing but praise for Affleck’s abilities as a father.
“Well, he’s a wonderful, wonderful father. And a father figure to [Max and Emme] as well, because he has his own three beautiful children, and then there’s us,” she gushed to Hoda Kotb,
“He’s fantastic. He really steps up to the challenge of what that is and what that means,” she continued. “And they love him. They love him. And they appreciate him, and so do I.”
Several mass shootings occurred over the weekend as Americans celebrated Juneteenth and Father’s Day. Two people were killed and more than 30 were wounded in separate shootings in Illinois and St. Louis. Elise Preston reports.
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Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Tracy Smith looks back at the history of “The Ed Sullivan Show,” which debuted 75 years ago. Plus: Anthony Mason gets a tour of photographs by Paul McCartney, taken during The Beatles’ U.S. tour in 1964; Susan Spencer looks at the fight over health care for transgender youth; Jim Axelrod meets a woman who ticked off unfulfilled items from her late father’s bucket list; Mark Whitaker explores the legacy of African American architect Paul Revere Williams; Faith Salie talks with a photographer whose picture of a racially-motivated attack using an American flag won a Pulitzer Prize; and Ben Tracy reports on the rising interest in burial via human composting.
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The pic also features a sweet connection to William’s late grandmother: the bench upon which he and his children are seated was a gift to the Queen to mark her 90th birthday, presented to her by then-First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon.
This is the venue for the photoshoot. It overlooks the lake at Frogmore and was given to Queen Elizabeth II to celebrate her diamond jubilee. The bench on which they are sitting commemorates HM’s 90th birthday. pic.twitter.com/OaMhZPhpaF
— Majesty & Joe Little (@MajestyMagazine) June 17, 2023
Every third Sunday in June all the men who have generously taken on the role of dad in some child’s life are honored with coffee mugs, neckties, and barbeque equipment. For all the men who do not have children, don’t feel left out; comedian Jim Gaffigan has a message for you.
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